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Medieval manuscript expert Christopher de Hamel selects and discusses a range of illuminated manuscripts from The British Library's unparalleled collection, some of them unfinished and so revealing the processes involved in an illuminator's work. He also explores the role of illuminators in the medieval book trade - how books were commissioned, the patron's expectations, how illuminators worked with scribes, the materials and techniques they used, and the time and expertise involved in creating some outstanding masterpieces of medieval art.
With over 70 colour and black-and-white illustrations, The British Library Guide to Manuscript Illumination is an authoritative and engaging guide to one of the central aspects of medieval bookmaking for anyone interested in medieval art, social history, calligraphy, or illumination. One of a series of accessible and lively introductions to the history of books and how they are made.
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approachable, digestible introduction to method and history.......2005-07-22
This is a brief, yet thorough introduction to the methods and history of manuscript illumination. After purchasing this book as a birthday gift for my sister, I read in only four evenings. I meant only to browse; but De Hamel's eloquent, affable writing style provided relaxing, fun and informative non-fiction reading. His logical presentation of technical information and facts are easy to re-assemble into a clear, basic understanding of medieval, European illumination.
Non-European illumination is mentioned but not discussed in this introductory text. Though not picture-laden, images are clearly reproduced and efficiently illustrate concepts discussed in the text. My curiosity is peaked and I look forward to learning more about manuscript production and conservation.
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This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.
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In Two Volumes. This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.
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In Three Volumes.
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In Three Volumes.
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In Three Volumes.
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TECHNICOLOR 60s presents a popular account of the world in color photographs during one of the most turbulent yet vibrant periods in the 20th century. This is the second Delano Greenidge Editions book in a series of all-color photo books that began with Kodachrome: The American Invention of Our World 1939-1959.
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Fotoromane, Analyse Eines Massenmediums
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The ultimate guide to stage fighting technique and basic swordplay, this book covers everything an actor must do to give a dynamic and convincing performance as a stage combatant. "[This book] is more than a manual... A necessity! Richard Lane's concepts are vital...'Why' and 'When' are explained and make 'How' easier to understand and execute...Read this, pay heed and you will avoid sin and suffering...I raise my sword on high and salute you, Richard. Well done!" -Oscar F. Kolombatovich, former Fencing Master, Metropolitan Opera, New York, and Executive Secretary, Historical Fencing Society
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Everything you need.......2006-11-20
With this newly updated edition, Richard Lane has made a great book even better. Whether your an actor, director, or fight choreographer, this book provides an extensive overview to the types of stage combat to cover every situation.
Historical Hypocrisy .......2006-11-18
For as much effort Lane goes into talking about historical manuals and techniques you'd think he'd employ a few into his book. What is in here displays the same Hollywood style fluff we have seen for ever. Though he mentions historical manuals, and even makes a few quotes from them, he chooses to ignore the wealth of information and instruction they posses. The rapier section is devoid of any mention of counter thrusting techniques, which make up the majority of rapier parries. There is virtually no evidence in any 16th or early 17th century rapier manual that shows parries in which the tip of the weapon was directed at the ground or in the air as Lane displays. The broadsword section is similar in its disregard for historical references. In fact his usage of the term 'broadsword' to talk about two handed longswords or single hand medieval arming swords is incorrect. He even quotes someone who identifies the term 'broadsword' properly as a basket hilted weapon in the 17th and 18th centuries. For some unknown reason he still insists on using the term broadsword when it is obvious that its usage in this regard is completely inaccurate. Missing are the essential guards and cuts of German and Italian longsword and in its place are less efficient and woefully inaccurate parries and movements.
People will rationalize these crucial mistakes by saying its theatre (or film) ...the only concern is to entertain. However, when the purpose of the show is to recreate a point in history, you have the responsibility to do the homework and put in the time and effort it deserves.
The book is not a total loss. There are a lot of good bits about the theory behind stage combat and its role to performers- not just fighters. It has a very extensive warm up/stretching section that would be of value even if you never pick up a sword.
Overall, a decent effort, but hardly 'The Bible' that it's touted to be. This is not infallible truth.
swashbuckling.......2006-02-24
I use this book as a supplement for my beginning combat classes. It is very clear, concise, and serves as a great reference for foundational technique.
Errol Flynn move over!.......2002-06-20
This is a useful text for those currently studying stage combat or interested in studying stage combat. A warning- THIS IS NOT A DO IT YOURSELF guide to stage combat. The only safe and sane way to learn stage combat is to study (i.e. take a class at your local university or acting studio) with a fully accredited stage combat teacher.
The book's information is thorough and useful if one is in a classroom setting.
Excellent Primer.......2002-04-08
It is important to remember that no book ever written will adequately prepare you for participation in stage combat. Though stage fighting is choreographed down to the instant and is tightly controlled, it remains very risky. Many actors have been hurt very badly participating in supposedly "phony" combat. Do not attempt to participate in stage combat without either taking a course with an SAFD-certified coach or ensuring your fight choreographer has done the same.
This book, however, is one of the most thorough primers available. You cannot learn stage fighting from this book, but you can use this book to prepare yourself for what's coming when you study with an SAFD coach. This book gives you instruction on postures, motions, workouts, acting attitudes, and more to get you started and get you in the right way of thinking and moving, preparatory to studying with a certified coach.
One attractive quality of this book is the amount of space it dedicates to unarmed combat. I have encountered many coaching texts that place all the emphasis in their material on fighting with weapons, especially swords. Unarmed combat, when mentioned, is primarily a sidelight. This isn't wholly unfair, since sword fighting is very difficult and involves many integrated skills; sword fighting without wounding or risking a wound to your opponent or yourself is all the more difficult. However, unarmed combat-fistfights, barroom brawls, catfights, and even physical gags in low comedy-require more skill than many people seem to realize. If you throw a punch or kick a foot at random, somebody's going to get hurt, possibly very badly. This book begins to teach readers how to brawl or tangle with somebody unarmed, make it look like it hurts, and walk away unscratched.
All in all, this is a superior book on the skills of staged combat. To repeat, this book will not teach you how to choreograph or participate in a stage fight. No book can do that. If you try to stage a fight without either SAFD-certified participants or an SAFD-certified trainer, injury is all too likely. However, as a side to more strenuous coaching, Richard Lane's "Swashbuckling" is one of the better primers available to you.
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Bodily Charm is a passionate defense of opera as a living as well as live art. Written for both the opera lover and the specialist by a physician and a literary critic, it is an accessible and engaging interdisciplinary exploration of the operatic body—both the actual physical bodies of the singers and audience members and the represented body on stage in operas such as Death in Venice, Salome, Rigoletto, Der Ring des Nibelungen, and Elektra.
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This digital document is an article from Mosaic (Winnipeg), published by University of Manitoba, Mosaic on September 1, 2001. The length of the article is 7331 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Title: "Bodily Charm": An Interview with Linda Hutcheon and Michael Hutcheon.(Interview)
Author: DAWNE McCANCE
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Mosaic (Winnipeg) (Refereed)
Date: September 1, 2001
Publisher: University of Manitoba, Mosaic
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This digital document is an article from Opera Canada, published by Opera Canada Publications on March 22, 2001. The length of the article is 6970 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Title: Bodily charm: living oprea.
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Opera Canada (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2001
Publisher: Opera Canada Publications
Volume: 42
Issue: 1
Page: 44-5
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ASIN: 0761547185
Release Date: 2004-08-12 |
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Every level map for single player and multiplayer. Full creature list!
·Extensive PDA Appendix to guide you to the information you need to get through the game.
·Comprehensive walkthrough for all 27 levels—find the BFG early and destroy every boss with ease
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Doom 3 (Prima Official Game Guide).......2007-07-12
My husband and I like to play computer video games. This was a necessary book since it gives us hints & help we would not have known to get us thru the levels.
Lots of help.......2007-01-09
The book provides plenty of information on defeating the enemies you encounter in Doom. You will find it very useful.
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Prima For A Gamer Novice.......2006-08-14
This seems like a good guide for Doom 3. Of course all of the Prima's I have purchased are always good. Of course I am really bad when it comes to gaming. The Best way to describe my gaming is that I need a gaming eye dog to get me throught the games.
almost accurate.......2006-03-09
A great must have. I played doom3 for 3 months and decided I needed help, so I got "The Guide" and it was a big help. I didn't realize what I was missing!! Besides, it gave names to my enemies,told me about the weapons(which aren't quite the same as the "old doom") and told a story. I like it and think it was worth the money. I think the games should be sold with the book.
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Doom 3: Prima Official Game Guide (Xbox).......2005-06-10
This players guide is a must-have for Doom 3 fans, like myself. This guide contains the best information about the game that will help you fight your way through hell and back; full maps with the locations of all the key cards, items, secrets, weapons, and enemies, as well as the codes for all the storage lockers. This guide tells everything you need to know about the weapons, enemies, characters, and offers the absolute best strategy to playing the game. Because of the dark, mazy levels in Doom 3, it's rather easy to get lost. As a result, this guide certainly comes in handy to help find your way out of a certain level. I highly recommend this Official Game Guide for Doom 3; it's the best one out there!
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Australian Television: Programs, Pleasures, and Politics (Australian Cultural Studies)
John Tulloch
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